Srinagar is at once a collection of images: a son et lumiere that tells the story of the love of the Mughal emperors for this paradise; deep green rice fields and river bridges, of gardens in bloom and lakes rimmed by houseboats; at once summer capital of the state, business centre and holiday resort.

The river Jhelum and the Dal and Nagin lakes dominate Srinagar and its life and activities. On the western shore of the Dal, opposite Nishat Bagh, stands Hazratbal, a monument, which houses a holy relic of the Prophet. A great festival is held here annually. The oldest and largest of mosques of Kashmir are also in Srinagar. Jama Masjid, another wooden mosque in Indo-Saracenic is the largest, built in 1400 by Sultan Sikander.

In the heart of the city, rises the 304 meters high Shankaracharya Hill. It offers a panoramic view of the city, the valley and the Pir Panjal range. Other attractions are Shalimar & Nishat gardens built by the Mughal emperors in the 17th century; Chashmashahi, the Royal spring credited for its medicinal properties; Parimahal, the palace of the fairies – to name a few.

Located 52 kms from Srinagar is Gulmarg- a scenic hill station renowned for its ski slopes in winters and meadows of sweet scented flowers & golf courses in summer.